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Hurricane Helene Disaster Response
Hurricane Helene has devastated parts of the southeastern U.S., bringing catastrophic flooding and destruction. As Conferences begin to assess the damage, we ask for continued prayers for first responders and all those affected. [link removed] Learn more about how you can help →
P.S. There's still time to commit to building UMCOR kits for our kit-building challenge. Kits like these help those in need when disaster strikes.
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Charge Conference Information
It’s that time of year again! Charge Conference reporting for 2024 has a twist! This year all forms are digital ( [link removed] click here for forms). This means they will need to be completed online. Be sure to download the Checklist to help guide in this process. All reports are due December 1 including the Pastoral Support Forms (Addendums-Full time only).
Charge Conference will be held January 12, 2025 at 3PM - Location Information To Be Announced.
Feel free to contact the District Office with any questions.


New Salem (Daisy) Kettle Beef Supper
650 State Hwy AA, Daisy, MO 63743
Saturday, October 19, 2024
3:30 - 6:30 PM
$14 per order
* * * Drive-Thru Only * * *
[link removed] View the Flyer Here


Pancake Day at Wesley (Sikeston)
600 Pine at Ables Rd, Sikeston MO 63701
Saturday, November 2, 2024
7:00AM - 12:00PM
$10 per ticket
Children 5 & Under Eat Free
Carry-Outs Available


Applications Now Open for NextGen Leaders Academy
NGLA brings together volunteer, part-time, and full-time youth and children’s leaders for six months of training, coaching and connecting. Whether you are new to ministry or a ministry veteran, there will be something for you. Topics covered include finding volunteers, having difficult conversations, youth and children’s discipleship, fundraising and more. Learn more about the program at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/nextgen-leaders-academy

Host an Intern in Summer 2025
Applications are open for summer local church internships. Interns get hands-on ministry experience and discover how their gifts and talents can be leveraged in the Church. Host churches provide this formational opportunity for young UMC leaders while receiving support and funds from the Annual Conference. Now is the time to get internship funds in your 2025 church budget. Learn more at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/internships


Soul Space Weekly Zoom
Soul Space – Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m.
We are not alone, yet sometimes we need to set aside space to be reminded that God is present with us. Beginning Sept. 10, join us virtually at 8:30 a.m. every Tuesday morning for Soul Space, 15-20 minutes of guided reflection and prayer. Designed with both clergy and laity, Soul Space provides space to reflect on the presence of God with a spiritual director. Get the Zoom info at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/eventdetail/soul-space-18555592


Jump Start: Empowering Laity Workshop
Empowered laity are encouraged and equipped to develop and use their God-given gifts in the full life of the church. But how do we make this a reality? Join us on Oct. 23 for Jump Start, a monthly workshop series that reimagines ministry essentials and offers new questions, new thoughts and new scorecards. We’ll consider questions around empowering lay leadership together, and you’ll leave with practical advice and solutions. [link removed] Learn more and sign up →
Hurry! Registration Closes October 16!



Missouri United Methodist Foundation Generosity Cohorts Learning Project
Move your church from a culture of scarcity to a culture of generosity! A culture of generosity in a church has to do with more than church generosity of money. It’s also about the generosity of time, hospitality, care, connection, prayers, and praise! Join a Year-round Generosity learning project to discover new ways of creating a culture of generosity that can impact all areas of your church’s ministry. Learn more about both daytime and evening cohort opportunities that start in September by clicking on the links:

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Upcoming Lay Education Courses
Upcoming Online courses:
[link removed] UMC Polity - Beginning on Oct. 28 - Registration Closes October 20
Upcoming In-Person courses:
[link removed] Preaching - In-Person in Kansas City on Nov. 9
Questions?
Please contact Lisa Conley, SE Lay Education Coordinator at
mailto:[email protected] [email protected]


Church Insurance Webinar
October 29, 11:00AM
Join us for a critical update on the current state of the insurance market for United Methodist churches. Representatives from United Methodist Insurance and their partner, Sovereign Insurance, will explore the challenges churches face in today’s market and offer practical strategies for navigating these difficulties. This session will also provide background on the underlying causes of the current struggles and equip local churches with actionable insights to address the new realities. This is a great opportunity for church trustees, finance and leadership representatives. The webinar will include a Q-and-A session and will be recorded for later viewing: [link removed] [link removed]

Rhett Walker Concert at Trinity in Piedmont
Come enjoy an incredible evening of worship as Rhett Walker visits Piedmont, MO! Featuring songs like "Gospel Song," "Believer," "When Mercy Found Me," and his newest single "Man On The Middle Cross."
Trinity UMC - 16069 State Hwy 34 Piedmont, MO 63957
UPDATE! This event is no longer being hosted on September 29 and has moved to November 8.
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Love Unites Campaign
At our Missouri Annual Conference session in June, Bishop Farr [link removed] shared about his vision for the Love Unites campaign and the potential it has for a United Methodist witness against hate in Missouri. Starting in August, Love Unites billboards will be on display at the Lake of the Ozarks, Jefferson City, Joplin, O’Fallon, and Sikeston.
The [link removed] Love Unites campaign kit includes print-ready files for download, so you can produce yard signs, banners and T-shirts if your church would like to promote a message of love over hate.
If churches or individuals wish to donate money: make donations out to Missouri Annual Conference (memo line: Love Unites campaign), 3601 Amron Ct., Columbia, MO 65201. Once there is enough money donated, they will work with advertising companies to erect a Love Unites billboard in the Southeast District.
If a church wants to purchase a billboard on their own: ask the vendor for the production specs to send to their design company for re-sizing. These specs should be sent to Kim Jenne ([email protected]) with the deadline for production to meet their media window. The Annual Conference will re-size the art to the appropriate size for the board and send it to the outdoor company for final production.
September 8 Update: Read the Article in [link removed] The Kansas City Star.

Love Unites Here in the Southeast District
We have a new 'Love Unites' billboard in the Southeast District! This billboard is a collaborative effort between First (Park Hills) and Memorial (Farmington) and will be up for an entire year!
Next time you're in the Park Hills area - Highway 67 near the Parkway exit - keep an eye out for it!


Finish Strong!
If you picture the church year as an oval track, then October, November and December are the home stretch – culminating in the glorious fellowship and festivities of Christmas time. Likewise, it is the home stretch for our charitable giving, and your Missouri UM Foundation can help you finish strong!
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Get Discounts on NextGen Curriculum
Missouri Conference NextGen Ministries is offering a reduced rate on curriculum produced by top kids and youth ministry providers. This resource is available for any ministry leader working with kids and youth. Currently the discount covers Cokesbury, Grow, Orange Kids and Students, and Sparkhouse Digital curriculums. Read more about each of these providers and request your discount at [link removed] www.moumethodist.org/curriculum-discounts


Lead a Group on the New BeADisciple App for Free
The BeADisciple Study App allows small Christian study groups to meet no matter their distance. Featuring both short- and long-term studies from popular United Methodist authors, all study materials are presented in both text and audio format, making it easy to participate on-the-go. Use promo code NEWLEADER2024 to lead a small group of any of app’s studies for free before December 31. Visit [link removed] BeADiscipleApp.com to learn more.


Order FREE Brochures from MUMF
Missouri UM churches and related ministries may order the following materials in any quantity at no cost. That’s right…FREE!
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